LONDON — West Ham acquired Valon Behrami from Lazio $10-million on Wednesday and signed the Swiss midfielder to a five-year deal.
The 23-year-old international can also play at right back.
“It's my dream come true to play for West Ham and play in the Premier League,” said the Kosovo-born midfielder Behrami. “At last I am able to sign. After the Euro 2008 (European) Championships I spoke to West Ham who had expressed an interest but I had to be sure it was the right thing for everybody.
“I have now made my decision and am looking forward to being part of this side and playing in the English league.”
West Ham, which is currently of a North American tour, will take on the MLS all-stars on Thursday in Toronto.
